I think what has always most drawn me to your writing, is your implacable determination to speak the truth. As you reference above, it’s increasingly uncommon.
“Cancelling’ Afghanistan was cost-free virtuous posturing without measurable impact. The popular urge to ban, to exile, to anathematise is understandable and even popular; but it is often an excuse for not thinking.”
I think what has always most drawn me to your writing, is your implacable determination to speak the truth. As you reference above, it’s increasingly uncommon.
“Cancelling’ Afghanistan was cost-free virtuous posturing without measurable impact. The popular urge to ban, to exile, to anathematise is understandable and even popular; but it is often an excuse for not thinking.”
Right glad you keep thinking (& writing).